The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a major recruitment drive for the engagement of 7,150 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Graduates who are interested in gaining banking sector experience can submit their applications online through the SBI career portal.
The online application process began on 19 May 2026 and will remain open until 15 June 2026.
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name: Apprentice
Total Vacancies: 7,150
Training Duration: 1 Year
Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000
Job Location: Various states across India
Application Mode: Online
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 1,107 |
| ST | 586 |
| OBC | 1,672 |
| EWS | 699 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 3,086 |
| Total | 7,150 |
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 during the one-year training period. No additional allowances or employment benefits will be provided.
Important Note: Applicants can apply for only one state and will be permitted to appear in the examination only once under this recruitment project.
SBI Apprentice Vacancy in Assam
A total of 368 apprentice seats have been allocated for Assam.
District-wise Vacancy Distribution
| District | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Cachar | 28 |
| Dima Hasao | 8 |
| Nalbari | 8 |
| Barpeta | 6 |
| Bajali | 4 |
| Baksa | 3 |
| Bongaigaon | 10 |
| Kokrajhar | 11 |
| Chirang | 7 |
| Dhubri | 17 |
| South Salmara Mankachar | 1 |
| Kamrup Metro | 68 |
| Nagaon | 24 |
| Morigaon | 6 |
| West Karbi Anglong | 2 |
| East Karbi Anglong | 11 |
| Hojai | 11 |
| Kamrup Rural | 21 |
| Tamulpur | 3 |
| Goalpara | 9 |
| Darrang | 7 |
| Hailakandi | 8 |
| Karimganj | 12 |
| Charaideo | 3 |
| Golaghat | 5 |
| Jorhat | 6 |
| Majuli | 3 |
| Sivasagar | 6 |
| Dibrugarh | 36 |
| Dhemaji | 6 |
| Sonitpur | 5 |
| Udalguri | 3 |
| Lakhimpur | 6 |
| Biswanath | 4 |
Exam Centres in Assam
Candidates may choose from the following examination centres:
- Guwahati
- Dibrugarh
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution on or before 1 April 2026.
Local Language Requirement
For vacancies in Assam, candidates should be proficient in:
- Assamese, or
- Bengali
Age Limit
As of 1 April 2026, candidates must be:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Eligible candidates should have been born between 2 April 1998 and 1 April 2006 (inclusive).
Training Period
The apprenticeship program will be conducted for one year.
Selection Procedure
The recruitment process consists of two stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Online Examination Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General & Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking
A penalty of 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the objective test.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Payment Mode
Fees can be paid online using:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- Other digital payment options available on the portal
How to Apply Online for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the SBI Careers portal by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully and submit the application.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 June 2026 |
| Online Examination | July 2026 (Tentative) |
Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Web-Links of SBI Apprentice Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
